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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION:
When using gasoline motors like this
one, basic safety rules must be observed in order
to reduce risk of accidents and/or damage to the
machine. Read all instructions again before using
the device in the future.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Read these instructions carefully.
• Never allow children or persons who are not
familiar with these instructions to operate the
machine. Local regulations may impose a limit on
the age of the operator.
• Never operate the machine around children or
pets.
• Keep in mind that the operator of the machine is
responsible for any accidents that may occur to
third parties and/or to their property.
• The machine must be operated solely by a
capable person who is qualified to operate it.
• Always wear appropriate footwear (safety shoes)
and long pants when operating this tool.
• Do not operate the machine when barefoot or
when wearing open sandals.
• Carefully inspect the area where the equipment
will be operated and remove any objects that could
be thrown by the machine.
CAUTION
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Gasoline is extremely flammable:
- Store fuel only in containers designed for this
purpose.
- Refill the machine with fuel only when outdoors
and never smoke when re-filling the equipment
with fuel.
- Add fuel before starting up the motor. Never
remove the fuel tank plug or add gasoline while the
motor is running or when the engine is hot.
- If gasoline is spilled, do not attempt to start up the
motor; take the machine away from the area where
the gasoline was spilled and keep all sparks away
until the gasoline has evaporated.
• Replacing a defective muffler.
• Before each use, always check to be sure that
the tools are not worn out or damaged. When
changing a worn-out or damaged component or
bolt, change all similar components out in order to
preserve balance.
• Do not operate the machine in a confined space
where dangerous carbon monoxide vapors could
accumulate.
• Always be sure that the machine is balanced on
its stands.
• Walk, never run, with the machine.
• Work is a diagonal direction, never from up and
down.
• Pay very close attention when changing direction
on slopes.
• Never work on slopes that are too steep.
• Pay very close attention when reversing the
machine or pulling it towards you.
• Do not change direction adjustments and do not
exceed the speed limit of the motor.
• When starting the motor, following the
instructions carefully and keep your feet far away
from the blades.
• Do not put your hands or feet near or on rotating
parts.
• Never pick up or carry the machine while the
motor is running .
• Shut off the motor:
• Every time you leave the machine.
- Before refilling it with gasoline.
- When performing maintenance and cleaning
operations.
- While changing tools.
- When using any traction force other than the
engine to move the machine.
• Reduce the starter when shutting off the machine
and close the fuel hose when finished working.
• Use the tiller only with the blades provided.
• Always place your hands on the handlebar when
using the machine. Do not hold the machine by its
other parts while operating it.
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws properly tightened
so that you are sure that equipment is in optimum
safety condition.
• Never store the equipment with gas in the tank,
inside a building where vapors could reach an
open flame or a spark.
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